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Yes. Martial arts instruction combines physical fitness with mental strength, and people who feel fit and strong are also confident.

Yes. When you feel good physically and you push yourself to try something new, it affects your confidence and performance in every area of life.

Yes. Martial arts instruction is tailored to each student’s capabilities and goals, so anybody – at any fitness level – can benefit from studying martial arts.

Everybody is different, but trying something new like martial arts can help break down barriers and increase the chances that you’ll be willing to try other new things, too.

Yes. Studying martial arts builds physical strength and mental resilience, and makes many people feel confident about their ability to defend themselves.

Martial arts instruction builds confidence while also teaching basic self-defense moves. If you feel you can fight back if someone tries to hurt you, it can help you overcome your fears.

Yes. Martial arts instruction teaches self-defense and defense of others. Students learn how to leverage their natural strength and abilities in dangerous situations.

Yes, if you know how to do it. Weapons are only effective if they can be used and proper self-defense training can teach you how to fight back even if all you have is your own body.

Yes, it happens all the time. Everyone in the class has an interest in martial arts and fitness, and that gives people a good starting place to build new friendships.

They are. While you will be working toward individual goals, the class itself is meant to be a supportive community of peers and friends.

Yes, we love it when friends come in together. Working out together can help strengthen your friendship and help both of you meet new people, too.

While martial arts students do sometimes spar in class, the competition is meant to be friendly and not aggressive. Fellow students are colleagues, not opponents.

Martial arts classes are fun and intense. You can only lose weight if you burn more calories than you consume, and martial arts classes provide an excellent, calorie-burning workout.

It’s difficult to estimate how many calories you will burn since that depends on how much you weigh and how hard you work out. However, you can expect to burn a substantial number of calories during an average class if you work continuously.

Martial arts classes combine a calorie-burning cardiovascular workout with muscle toning. That’s the ideal combination for people who want to lose weight since building muscle also increases the metabolism.

Martial arts classes, particularly those that are designed for people who want to lose weight, provide a fun and supportive environment. Every student supports other students and our instructors provide constant motivation and encouragement.

Yes. Martial arts instruction focuses on building core strength and improving balance. As you become more aware of your body and its capabilities, you will feel less clumsy.

Martial arts classes focus on setting students up to achieve small, short-term goals in pursuit of larger goals. Achievements are regularly rewarded and that helps build motivation.

Yes. Martial arts workouts give the heart a workout too, and coming to classes regularly increases cardiovascular fitness.

Martial arts classes don’t have to be about fighting. Many students who take classes just want to get in shape – and kicking and punching helps them do it.

Martial arts classes burn calories and provide students with a healthy outlet for their stress and anger. Many students report feeling calm and relaxed after a workout.

A lot of times, we feel stressed out because we over-commit and don’t schedule time for ourselves. Martial arts classes help teach mindfulness and perspective, and that can help you pare down your schedule accordingly.

Maybe. Depression is a complicated thing, but getting regular workouts releases endorphins and that can help you feel better. You should still talk to a doctor if you think you might have depression.

It might. Oftentimes, insomnia is caused by worry and anxiety. Getting a good workout releases happy hormones known as endorphins. In addition, being physically tired can help you calm your brain at night.